Want to get away for enough days to discover the best of the region?
Here’s our advice on how many days to spend in Lanzarote, based on your expectations.
This opinion is completely independent, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.
How many days to Lanzarote: quick answers
- Minimum to get an overview of the island: 3 days
- Number of days to see all the most famous places: 5 days
- Ideal number of days to really enjoy it, in our opinion: 7 to 10 days
- If you just want to spend some time at the beach… it depends on the number of days you have available and your budget.
There’s no universal answer to this question. It depends on many criteria. We’ll give you more details in the article to help you make your decision.
Number of days to see the highlights
In our opinion, the must-see places are..:
- Timanfaya National Park
- A vineyard
- Jameos del Agua
- Dolphin cruise
- Old town of Teguise
- Papagayo‘s wild beaches
- La Graciosa Island
- Montana Cuervo hike
- Mirador del Rio
We think that in 5 days, you can comfortably cover the most famous places.
Find out more in our article on Lanzarote’s top attractions.
Size and travel time
The island of Lanzarote isn’t very big, so you can easily explore the whole island, no matter where you’re staying.
From the southernmost town, Playa Blanca, to the northernmost town, Orzola, allow 1h10 driving time.
Here’s a map with the main driving times to give you an idea:
3, 4, 5, 7 or 10-day itineraries
To get an even better idea of what you can see, take a look at our itinerary suggestions:
Criteria for deciding how long to spend in Lanzarote
Budget
Estimate how much you can afford in total, so you know how many days you can stay.
- Find out more about car hire in Lanzarote and see the best deals
- See our articles on where to stay in Lanzarote or our article on the best hotels to discover prices
Hotel price ranges vary enormously between hostels, aparthotels, rentals, 5-star hotels, luxury villas… We can’t give you an exact price, so please check the prices for your type of accommodation.
Your desires, interests and goals
Spending time at the beach? Hiking? Visiting cultural sites?
Your desires have an impact on the time you need to enjoy your destination.
For example, a cultural immersion may require more days than a quick beach getaway.
In Lanzarote, the offer is quite complete.
- Number of cultural venues: moderate, mainly attractions around the works of César Manrique and wine.
- Number of charming villages: small, mainly the old town of Teguise and small fishing villages
- Number of historic sites: small
- Number of beautiful beaches: moderate
- Number of interestingboat trips: moderate (dolphins, catamaran, ferry to La Graciosa, ferry to Fuerteventura)
- Number of hikes: moderate, around the volcanoes
Visa
If your passport is outside the Shengen area, the traditional tourist visa authorizes you to travel within the area, including Spain, and therefore Lanzarote, for a maximum of 90 continuous days.
Personal circumstances
Take into account your own schedule, including work commitments and personal responsibilities. This will help you realistically assess how much time you can devote to the trip.
Weather, conditions, events
There are no specific conditions that may affect the duration of your trip.
But if you’re wondering when to go to Lanzarote, read our article.
Frequently asked questions
Are 4 days enough on Lanzarote?
With 4 days you can see a little of every type of landscape on Lanzarote: beaches, volcanoes, works by César Manrique… But you won’t be able to see everything.
Is 5 days enough on Lanzarote?
With 5 days, we think you can see all of Lanzarote’s most famous sights with daily excursions.
Is 7 days too long in Lanzarote?
With 7 days, you can see all the most famous places on Lanzarote and relax on the beaches. It’s not too long, there are lots of different places to see and visit.
Is 10 days too long in Lanzarote?
No, 10 days is not too long. The island isn’t big, but it’s rich. If you like hiking, surprising landscapes, beaches and cultural sites, you’ve got plenty to occupy your 10 days.
CHOOSING A HOTEL IN Lanzarote
Choosing where to stay:
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- 5-star hotels
- Best boutique-hotels
- Best adults-only hotels
- Best all-inclusive hotels
- Best hotels for families
Our favorite: Hotel Cala Lanzarote – See prices, photos and availability
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